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Porsche Boxster generations and tyre sizes

Boxster

986

1996 – 2002
Petrol150–185 kW (204–252 PS)Automatic / Manual
Boxster 986 (1. Facelift)

986 (1. Facelift)

2002 – 2004
Petrol168–191 kW (228–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 987

987

2004 – 2009
Petrol176–223 kW (239–303 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 987 (1. Facelift)

987 (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2012
Petrol188–235 kW (256–320 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 981

981

2012 – 2016
Petrol195–276 kW (265–375 PS)Manual / Automatic
Boxster 982

982

2016 – 2025
Petrol220–368 kW (299–500 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Porsche Boxster in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The Porsche Boxster uses 8 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Porsche Boxster - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Porsche Boxster

Best tyres for Porsche Boxster by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for Porsche Boxster

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle57%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium100%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium128%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium157%
5Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium85%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Porsche Boxster?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Porsche Boxster are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Porsche Boxster?
The Porsche Boxster uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 205/55 R17, 235/40 R18, 235/35 R19, / R, 235/35 R20, 245/35 R20.
How many generations does the Porsche Boxster have?
The Porsche Boxster has 6 generations, from 1996 to 2016.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Porsche Boxster?
For wet road performance on Porsche Boxster, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for Porsche Boxster?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for Porsche Boxster with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 57% of Porsche Boxster tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Porsche Boxster?
To choose the right tyres for Porsche Boxster: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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